Former Gov. Paul LePage confirmed on Monday that he was paid in 2019 by a lobbying firm to advocate for Central Maine Power’s hydropower corridor, which has been perhaps the hottest political issue facing his Democratic successor. Read More
It is said “all roads lead to Rome,” but for mice, voles and shrews in my yard, all roads appear to lead to the bird feeder. These creatures travel through subnivean tunnels. Read More
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Pharmaceutical giants and an anti-vaccine group are putting money into Maine’s vaccine referendum ahead of the March 3 vote. Read More
The lawsuit argues that special legislation authorizing the merger was unconstitutional and that leaders of the quasi-municipal entity that runs Mayo violated its charter by pursuing the deal without first holding votes in all of its member communities. Read More
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders leads Democratic presidential candidates in fundraising from Maine ahead of the March 3 primary, raising nearly $400,000 more than any rival, according to a Bangor Daily News analysis of filings with the Federal Election Commission. Read More
Given all the time I’ve spent on brooks, streams, and rivers, I knew I would enjoy the book of water stories titled Ripple Effect, published by Maine Authors Publishing. Carol Bass did a fantastic job of selecting poems and columns, along with beautiful photographs and paintings, and quite a few… Read More
I honestly will not be surprised to one day hear a knock on the door and open to find several critters wanting to come in for a visit. Read More
Maine's blueberry crop has struggled to contend with competition from less expensive Canadian-grown wild blueberries. Read More
Brandon Saucier, 36, faces charges of criminal restraint and terrorizing, according to the Maine State Police. Read More
On Feb. 13, the U.S. Senate sent an important message about Congress’ constitutional authority and responsibility to declare war. Read More
The Northern Maine basketball tournament ended in dramatic fashion Saturday night, with Parker Ponte’s 3-point shot as — or after — time expired giving Dexter a 50-48 victory over Central Aroostook of Mars Hill in the Class C boys final. Read More
Mainers are gearing up to strip and expose themselves to the freezing temps of Phillips Lake at this year’s annual Camp CaPella Polar Dip later this month. On Saturday, Feb. 29, the public is invited to Camp CaPella’s 13th annual Polar Dip fundraiser. Proceeds from… Read More
A pleasure drive through the St. John Valley should not be a rush job. You want to take time to soak up all the history, culture, cuisine, scenery and recreation the region has to offer. Read More
The leaves have fallen. The songbirds have flown south. Days are short. And the tourists have fled. Read More
This simple holiday craft will go with your decor for years. Read More
